A developing coastal storm could bring heavy rain, gusty winds and some snow to parts of the Northeast later this week, according to the National Weather Service. Pennsylvania and New York are among the areas being watched as colder air moves in. The agency has not forecast a major regional snowstorm.
When will the storm arrive?
The system is expected to develop over the Ohio Valley by Wednesday, Nov. 11, then move east and possibly strengthen near the Mid-Atlantic coast on Friday. Rain and possible snow could begin affecting Pennsylvania and New York on Thursday, Nov. 12. The greatest risk of widespread precipitation runs from Thursday into Friday night, with showers possibly lingering into Saturday, Nov. 14. Colder-than-average air is expected afterward.
How much rain could Pennsylvania get?
Eastern Pennsylvania could see up to 2 to 3 inches of rain if the storm develops as projected. The Lehigh Valley, Berks County and the Philadelphia region could see rain from Thursday through Friday night. The NWS office in Mount Holly says rain is the more likely outcome for much of the area.
What are the snow chances in Pennsylvania?
The Weather Prediction Center puts the chance of at least...